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Jessica Evans

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About

Jessica is a partner in the Construction and Engineering team, specialising in contentious construction and engineering matters and has advised on a number of complex engineering and infrastructure disputes (including those involving PFI/PPP projects), particularly in the energy and infrastructure sectors.

She has extensive experience advising both public and private sector clients in respect of the avoidance and/or resolution of their complex contractual or professional negligence disputes, whether by negotiation, mediation, adjudication or litigation.

Jessica was listed as an up-and-coming partner in Chambers & Partners 2025. She is a member of the Society of Construction Law and also the Adjudication Society.

Experience

  • Tier 1 contractor: Advising on project delivery challenges arising from a £170 million contract relating to the upgrade of gas compressors and associated infrastructure across two power plants.
  • PPP/PFI handback: Advising on one of the first PFI projects to handback to the public sector.
  • Onshore wind: Advising a major renewable power generator in respect of alleged defects at its £163 million wind farm.
  • PLC: Defending a UK listed company with global operations in the energy, maritime transport, and defence sectors on a series of claims being pursued under various parent company guarantees.
  • Solar developer: Acting for a developer in respect of various disputes relating to the engineering, procurement and construction of a 20MW ground-mounted solar PV system.
  • Central government: Advised on the interpretation of maintenance provisions and entitlement to award deductions under its £300m PFI agreement.

Credentials

  • Admitted as a solicitor: England and Wales (2009)

Areas of expertise

Sector focus

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“On the energy side, Jessica Evans is excellent, responsively and efficiently spinning all the plates involved in a complex dispute whilst keeping a keen eye out for opportunities to gain the tactical advantages that can turn a litigation, or unlock a settlement.”

Legal 500 UK, 2025

“Jessica is a fantastic lawyer who gets to the crux of matters quickly.”

Chambers UK, 2025

“Jessica provides excellent client service and strong legal support across long and complex projects. She's an absolute pleasure to work with. I highly recommend her”

Chambers UK, 2025

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